The theory was that if someone got in the pushup position on a scale with their hands on the scale.
Checked the weight, and then got on the scale in the push up position with their feet on the scale.
That it would equal their total weight.
Well this is what we do with our breaks at work, can you believe it? The weight test was only off by about 10 pounds. I actually credit the "wig" with the data anomaly.
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well, at least your testing had something to do with physical fitness and taking care of your bodies! lol I personally enjoyed it. Take care, Lauren. You're in my prayers.
I am so glad you are this bored.
I am sure it was the 6 oz wig too.
It's important to know things like this - never know when it might come in handy. This is why they pay you people the big bucks, right?
So, how many subjects did this theory get tested on? You can't test a theory on just one person, ya know. I agree that it is good to know you are that bored. Keep up the boredom.
it must be the wig! I am sure of it... I think. LOL
Since your total weight is held up by a combination of your hands and your feet, it makes sense that the sum should be your total weight. As for source of error: if it were the wig you could fix it by testing afterwards still wearing the wig. Probable cause of error? slight shifting of stance between the "arms" and "feet" stages. Probably caused by the fact whichever end was on the scale was teeny bit higher. Actually, that shift should make the weight just a little bit lower, since the scale should lose some pressure due to elevation. Don't you love being married to a science guy?
thanks a super genious! We tested the theory on several people and they all came out right. Right being a marginal difference. That wig was made out of rubber and it weighed more than six ounces.
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